2017 YAMAHA WR 250F radiator

COOLING SYSTEM
9-26
EAS2GBB371TROUBLESHOOTING
The radiator fan motor fails to turn.
TIP
Before troubleshooting, remove the following part(s):
1. Seat
2. Side cover (left)
3. Air scoop (left/right)
4. Fuel tank
1. Check the fuse.
Refer to “CHECKING THE FUSES”
on page 9-68.NG 
Replace the fuse(s).
OK 
2. Check the battery.
Refer to “CHECKING AND
CHARGING THE BATTERY” on
page 9-69.NG 
• Clean the battery terminals.
• Recharge or replace the battery.
OK 
3. Check the main relay.
Refer to “CHECKING THE RE-
LAYS” on page 9-72.NG 
Replace the main relay.
OK 
4. Check the radiator fan motor.
Refer to “CHECKING THE RADIA-
TOR FAN MOTOR” on page 9-78.NG 
Replace the radiator fan motor.
OK 
5. Check the radiator fan motor relay.
Refer to “CHECKING THE RE-
LAYS” on page 9-72.NG 
Replace the radiator fan motor relay.
OK 
6. Check the coolant temperature sen-
sor.
Refer to “CHECKING THE COOL-
ANT TEMPERATURE SENSOR”
on page 9-78.NG 
Replace the coolant temperature sensor.
OK 
7. Check the entire cooling system’s
wiring.
Refer to “CIRCUIT DIAGRAM” on
page 9-16.NG 
Properly connect or repair the cooling sys-
tem’s wiring.
OK 
Replace the ECU.

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
9-61
1. Rectifier/regulator
2. Clutch switch
3. Ignition coil
4. ECU (engine control unit)
5. Fuel sender
6. Fuel pump
7. Battery
8. Resistor
9. Neutral switch
10.Radiator fan motor
11.Injector

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
9-63
1. Intake air temperature sensor
2. Intake air pressure sensor
3. Throttle position sensor
4. Starter relay
5. Main fuse
6. Headlight relay
7. Starting circuit cut-off relay
8. Lean angle sensor
9. Radiator fan motor fuse
10.Radiator fan motor relay
11.Main relay
12.Coolant temperature sensor

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
9-68
Checking the condition of the bulb sockets
The following procedure applies to all of the
bulb sockets.
1. Check:
• Bulb socket (for continuity)
(with the pocket tester)
No continuity  Replace.
TIP
Check each bulb socket for continuity in the
same manner as described in the bulb section;
however, note the following.
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a. Install a good bulb into the bulb socket.
b. Connect the pocket tester probes to the re-
spective leads of the bulb socket.
c. Check the bulb socket for continuity. If any of
the readings indicate no continuity, replace
the bulb socket.
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EAS2GBB384CHECKING THE FUSES
The following procedure applies to all of the
fuses.
ECA
NOTICE
To avoid a short circuit, always turn off the
meter when checking or replacing a fuse.
1. Remove:
• Side cover (left/right)
• Seat
Refer to “GENERAL CHASSIS” on page 5-
1.
2. Check:
• Main fuse “1”
• Radiator fan motor fuse “2”
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a. Connect the pocket tester to the fuse and
check the continuity.
TIP
Set the pocket tester selector to “ 1”.
b. If the pocket tester indicates “”, replace the
fuse.
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3. Replace:
• Fuse
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a. The meter light goes off.
b. Install a new fuse of the correct amperage
rating.
c. Turn on the meter light to verify if the electri-
cal circuit is operational.
d. If the fuse immediately blows again, check
the electrical circuit.
EWA
WARNING
Never use a fuse with an amperage rating
other than that specified. Improvising or us-
ing a fuse with the wrong amperage rating
may cause extensive damage to the electri-
cal system, cause the lighting and ignition
systems to malfunction and could possibly
cause a fire.
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Pocket tester
90890-03112
Analog pocket tester
YU-03112-C
1
Pocket tester
90890-03112
Analog pocket tester
YU-03112-C
FusesAmper-
age ratingQ’ty
Main 15 A 1
Spare 15 A 1
Radiator fan motor 5 A 1
2

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
9-73
Radiator fan motor relay
EAS2GBB387CHECKING THE DIODE
1. Check:
•Diode
Out of specification  Replace.
TIP
The pocket tester and the analog pocket tester
readings are shown in the following table.
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a. Disconnect the diode from the wire harness.b. Connect the pocket tester ( 1) to the di-
ode coupler as shown.
c. Check the diode for continuity.
d. Check the diode for no continuity.
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EAS2GBB388CHECKING THE IGNITION SPARK GAP
1. Check:
• Ignition spark gap
Out of specification  Perform the ignition
system troubleshooting, starting with step 4.
Refer to “TROUBLESHOOTING” on page 9-
4.
TIP
If the ignition spark gap is within specification,
the ignition system circuit is operating normally.
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a. Remove the spark plug cap from the spark
plug.
b. Connect the ignition checker “1” as shown.
c. Push the engine stop switch.
d. Measure the ignition spark gap “a”.
1. Positive battery terminal
2. Negative battery terminal
3. Positive tester probe
4. Negative tester probe
Result
Continuity
(between “3” to “4”)
Pocket tester
90890-03112
Analog pocket tester
YU-03112-C
No continuity
Tester positive lead  Sky blue
“1”
Tester negative lead  Green/
Black “2”
Continuity
Tester positive lead  Green/
Black “2”
Tester negative lead  Sky blue
“1”
No continuity
Tester positive lead  Red “3”
Tester negative lead  Red/Blue
“4”
Continuity
Tester positive lead  Red/Blue
“4”
Tester negative lead  Red “3”
1 23
4
P/L
R/L
R/W
Br,R/W
Minimum ignition spark gap
6.0 mm (0.24 in)
Ignition checker
90890-06754
Oppama pet–4000 spark checker
YM-34487
2. Spark plug cap
2
1
4
3
R Sb
G/B R/L

ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS
9-78
EAS2GBB397CHECKING THE RESISTER
1. Disconnect:
• Resister coupler
(from the wire harness)
2. Check:
• Resister resistance
Out of specification  Replace the resister.
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a. Connect the pocket tester ( 10) to the re-
sister as shown.
b. Measure the resistance of the resister.
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EAS2GBB398CHECKING THE RADIATOR FAN MOTOR
1. Check:
• Radiator fan motor
Faulty/rough movement  Replace.
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a. Disconnect the radiator fan motor coupler
from the wire harness.
b. Connect the battery (DC 12 V) as shown.c. Measure the radiator fan motor movement.
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EAS2GBB399CHECKING THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE
SENSOR
1. Remove:
• Coolant temperature sensor
EWA
WARNING
• Handle the coolant temperature sensor
with special care.
• Never subject the coolant temperature
sensor to strong shocks. If the coolant
temperature sensor is dropped, replace it.
2. Check:
• Coolant temperature sensor resistance
Out of specification  Replace.
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a. Connect the pocket tester ( 1k/100) to
the coolant temperature sensor. Resister resistance
64.6–71.4 
Pocket tester
90890-03112
Analog pocket tester
YU-03112-C
• Positive tester probe 
Black “1”
• Negative tester probe 
Black “2”
• Positive battery terminal 
Blue “1”
• Negative battery terminal 
Black “2”
1
2
Coolant temperature sensor re-
sistance
2512–2777  at 20 °C (2512–
2777  at 68 °F)
210–220  at 100 °C (210–220 
at 212 °F)
Pocket tester
90890-03112
Analog pocket tester
YU-03112-C
• Positive tester probe 
Green/White “1”
• Negative tester probe 
Black/Blue “2”
12
12V
LB

TROUBLESHOOTING
10-3
Cooling system
1. Coolant
• Low coolant level
2. Radiator
• Damaged or leaking radiator
• Faulty radiator cap
• Bent or damaged radiator fin
3. Water pump
• Damaged or faulty water pump
• Damaged hose
• Improperly connected hose
• Damaged pipe
• Improperly connected pipe
Fuel system
1. Throttle body
• Damaged or loose throttle body joint
2. Air filter
• Clogged air filter element
Chassis
1. Brake(s)
• Dragging brake
Electrical system
1. Spark plug
• Incorrect spark plug gap
• Incorrect spark plug heat range
2. Ignition system
• Faulty ECU
• Faulty coolant temperature sensor
EAS2GBB416OVERCOOLING
Cooling system
1. Coolant temperature sensor
• Faulty coolant temperature sensor
EAS2GBB417POOR BRAKING PERFORMANCE
Chassis
1. Brake(s)
• Worn brake pad
• Worn brake disc
• Air in hydraulic brake system
• Leaking brake fluid
• Defective master cylinder kit
• Faulty brake caliper kit
• Faulty brake caliper seal
• Loose union bolt
• Damaged brake hose
• Oil or grease on the brake disc
• Oil or grease on the brake pad
• Incorrect brake fluid level
EAS2GBB418FRONT FORK OIL LEAKING
Chassis
1. Front fork
• Bent, damaged, or rusty inner tube
• Cracked or damaged outer tube
• Improperly installed oil seal
• Damaged oil seal lip
• Incorrect oil level (high)
• Loose damper rod assembly bolt
• Damaged damper rod assembly bolt copper
washer
• Cracked or damaged cap bolt O-ring
EAS2GBB419FAULTY FRONT FORK LEGS
Chassis
1. Front fork
• Bent or damaged inner tube
• Bent or damaged outer tube
• Broken fork spring
• Bent or damaged damper rod
• Incorrect oil viscosity
• Incorrect oil level
EAS2GBB420UNSTABLE HANDLING
Chassis
1. Handlebar
• Bent or improperly installed handlebar
2. Steering head components
• Improperly installed upper bracket
• Improperly installed lower bracket
(improperly tightened ring nut)
• Bent steering stem
• Damaged ball bearing or bearing race
3. Front fork leg (s)
• Uneven oil levels (both front fork legs)
• Unevenly tensioned fork spring (both front
fork legs)
• Broken fork spring
• Bent or damaged inner tube
• Bent or damaged outer tube
4. Swingarm
• Worn bearing or bushing
• Bent or damaged swingarm
5. Rear shock absorber assembly (-ies)
• Faulty rear shock absorber spring
• Leaking oil or gas
6. Tire (s)
• Uneven tire pressures (front and rear)
• Incorrect tire pressure
• Uneven tire wear

LIST OF SELF-DIAGNOSTIC AND FAIL-SAFE ACTIONS
10-7
*1: Symbols used in the explanations of the malfunction history
: Normal
: There is currently a malfunction or abnormal condition.
: A malfunction or abnormal condition occurred previously, but the affected system or component
is currently operating normally.
ACTUATOR OPERATION TABLE62 Malfunction history ( )
code erasure *1
• There is no history.
• There is some history.•00
• Other: Displays the total
number of ( ) and ( ).Replace all ( ) with ( )
by the operation start pro-
cessing.
64 Setting history display
• There is no history.
• There is some history.
• History is unknown (Histo-
ry data is damaged).Displays the presence or ab-
sence of the setting history by
Power Tuner.
•00
•01
•02—
65 Setting map erasure
• There is no setting.
• There is some setting.Displays the presence or ab-
sence of the setting history by
Power Tuner.
•00
•01Erase all setting maps by
the operation start process-
ing.
70 Program version number Displays a program version
No.—
Diag-
nostic
code
No.Item Actuation Procedure
30 Ignition coil Actuates the ignition coil five
times at one-second inter-
vals.
“WARNING” on the Yamaha
diagnostic tool blinks five
times when the ignition coil is
actuated.Check that a spark is gener-
ated five times.
• Connect an ignition
checker.
36 Injector Actuates the injector five
times at one-second inter-
vals.
“WARNING” on the Yamaha
diagnostic tool blinks five
times when the radiator fan
motor relay is actuated.TIP: Before performing
this operation, be sure to
disconnect the fuel pump
coupler.
Check that injector is actu-
ated five times by listening
for the operating sound. Diag-
nostic
code
No.Item Display Procedure